What did the raccoon steal from the Virginia liquor store?

The raccoon knocked numerous bottles of liquor off the shelves and appeared to be heavily intoxicated.

What were the previous break-ins by the Hanover County raccoon?

The raccoon had previously broken into a karate studio and the DMV, where it ate snacks.

Why wasn't the drunken raccoon relocated?

Relocating raccoons is considered a death sentence for them, so authorities opted not to move this one.

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Drunk Raccoon's Repeat Break-Ins Go Viral

13 Dec, 2025

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Summary

A raccoon repeatedly broke into businesses, including a liquor store.
The intoxicated animal was found passed out in a store bathroom.
Authorities noted relocating the raccoon would be a death sentence.

Drunk Raccoon's Repeat Break-Ins Go Viral

A Virginia raccoon, known for its boozy break-ins, has become an internet sensation. The animal was discovered in a liquor store's bathroom, deeply intoxicated after a rampage through the aisles. This incident marked the raccoon's third documented break-in, with previous offenses including a karate studio and the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Officials confirmed that the raccoon's repeated criminal behavior continued despite prior incidents. While the animal was found incapacitated, authorities noted that relocating it would likely be fatal for raccoons. The animal protection officer expressed a mix of amusement and resignation, joking about the raccoon learning its lesson.

The raccoon's antics gained significant traction online, leading to the creation of themed cocktails by the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority. These drinks, including the 'Trash Panda Old Fashioned,' celebrate the brazen behavior of the intoxicated critter, highlighting its unusual notoriety.